Detail 01
Cleartone design
Restricts the bell less than a deep cup, so the muted sound keeps more of its core and carries further in a section.
Product detailSKU #1274115036173
Humes & Berg153 Trombone Cleartone Mute
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Cleartone mute for tenor trombone. For players who want a muted color that stays open and audible rather than heavily damped.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Section players needing a muted tone that still projects
- Jazz and big band charts calling for a clear muted sound
- Combo settings where a cup mute would disappear
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players wanting maximum volume reduction for practice
- Bass trombone bells — this is a tenor-sized mute
- Anyone after the wah or buzz of a harmon or plunger
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Tenor trombone sizing
Matched to standard tenor bell dimensions. A larger bass bell will not seat correctly on the corks.
Detail 03
Cork mounting
Corks set how deep the mute sits, which controls both the tone shift and how sharp the horn plays.
Detail 04
Fiber body
Lighter than a metal mute and warmer in character. It absorbs impact better but scuffs and can crack if dropped hard.
Detail 05
$45.99
Above the basic student mutes but below boutique pricing. Built for regular rehearsal and gig use.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Check your bell size first — tenor bells vary and cork fit decides whether it seats
- 02No bag or case included; mutes rattle loose in a gig bag
- 03It reduces volume less than a cup mute, so it is a poor practice mute
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this quieter than a cup mute?
No. It is designed to keep the sound open and clear, so it damps less. A cup mute cuts more volume and more high end.
02Will it fit a bass trombone?
It is sized for tenor trombone bells. A bass bell is wider, so the mute will sit too shallow and can fall out.
03Do I need to retune when I use it?
Check it. Mutes generally push pitch sharp, and how deep the corks let it sit changes the amount. Adjust the tuning slide.
04How do I keep the corks in good shape?
Store it where nothing presses on the corks and keep it dry. Compressed corks let the mute seat too deep and change the tone.
